1983 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1990 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2930 mm |